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Stenting in the oesophagus.

M G Cowling1

  • 1Department of Radiology, St Mary's Hospital, London.

Hospital Medicine (London, England : 1998)
|March 29, 2000
PubMed
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Self-expanding metallic stents are increasingly used for palliative treatment of malignant dysphagia, often caused by esophageal cancer or external masses. They offer a last resort option for benign conditions as well.

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Area of Science:

  • Gastroenterology
  • Oncology
  • Medical Devices

Background:

  • Malignant dysphagia significantly impacts quality of life.
  • Inoperable esophageal cancer is a primary cause.
  • Extrinsic compression by malignant masses also leads to dysphagia.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review the role of self-expanding metallic stents in palliative care.
  • To discuss stent application in malignant and benign esophageal conditions.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review of self-expanding metallic stent use.
  • Analysis of clinical importance in malignant dysphagia treatment.

Main Results:

  • Self-expanding metallic stents are gaining importance in palliative care.

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  • Common indications include inoperable esophageal cancer and extrinsic compression.
  • Stents are occasionally used for benign esophageal diseases.

    • Conclusions:

    • Self-expanding metallic stents are a valuable palliative option for malignant dysphagia.
    • Their use extends to specific benign esophageal conditions.